Category Archives: About CLI

Fertility Options for Same Sex Options

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, CLI Director of Operations When two women partner and decide to build a family, there is a lot to consider: known donor, sperm donor (anonymous or ID), foster, foster to adopt, adopt, etc. If … Continue reading

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We want to tell you about CLI

As a child or adult conceived with the use of donor sperm, you may have many questions. We would like to help you answer some of them by sharing some of the details about how our sperm bank selects donors, … Continue reading

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Why Choose Cryopreservation?

Choose Cryopreservation If… …you’ve been diagnosed with cancer Before you or someone you love begin any form of cancer treatment, consult with your doctor about the risks of sterility or infertility. Many common cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and … Continue reading

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Genetic FAQs

What kind of genetic issues are screened for in the donor’s health history? All donors will have a three-generation family history reviewed by a geneticist. The family history will present information on illnesses and birth defects noted in the individual … Continue reading

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CLI Pregnancy Pledge

CLI is confident we can help you achieve your goal of having a child. We are so confident in fact that if after 4 attempts you are still not pregnant, we’ll give you a vial for free. Starting May 1, … Continue reading

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The History of Semen Cryopreservation

Sperm cryopreservation and banking has become a widely accepted part of our culture. Once looked upon with uncertainty, this practice has proven time and time again to be a successful method of keeping the hope of a family alive for … Continue reading

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Cryogenic Laboratories Inc Company History

The Genetics & IVF Institute, founded by Dr. Joseph D. Schulman in 1984 in Fairfax, Virginia, is the first clinical and laboratory facility designed from inception to provide fully integrated, comprehensive outpatient services in the areas of human genetics and infertility. In … Continue reading

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What will my baby look like?

If I select a donor with a certain physical feature, what is the chance his offspring would inherit it? The answer is not clear. A child’s appearance will often resemble some features of both parents but it is not predictable … Continue reading

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What are the genetic disease tests performed on the donors?

As an FDA compliant and American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) Inspected and Accredited semen Cryobank, CLI performs testing and screening of donors in accordance with FDA and AATB Standards. In addition, we conform to the New York State Regulations and the … Continue reading

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Frequently Asked Questions About Genetics

What kind of genetic issues are screened for in the donor’s health history? All donors will have a three-generation family history reviewed by a geneticist. The family history will present information on illnesses and birth defects noted in the individual … Continue reading

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